UW Biodiversity Institute Seeking Art to Exhibit in New Gallery

The University of Wyoming's Biodiversity Institute is seeking artwork to display in the gallery located in the atrium/lobby of the Berry Biodiversity Conservation Center. Submissions are open to UW students, faculty, professionals, children, and groups, with exhibitions featuring biodiversity-related media such as photography, paintings, sculptures, and collaborative scientist-artist projects. The next exhibition, titled "Adventures on the Kinabatangan: UW Field Course 2025," will showcase work from UW students who traveled to Borneo.

Free exhibition showcases diversity

A free exhibition titled 'Diversity' has opened at Stamford Arts Centre gallery in St Mary’s Street, running until August 30. Organized by Stamford Diversity Group, the show features a wide range of work including art by HMP Stocken inmates, photographs by Ukrainian artist Oleksii Klitovchenko, paintings by Marina Stognieva, sketches by Ella, dresses by a local Afghan family, a neurodivergency awareness journal, and zines supporting the trans community, alongside poetry and photographic portraits from the group's previous projects.

McPherson County Artists Exhibit At McPherson College’s Gallery

McPherson College’s Friendship Hall gallery is hosting a new exhibition featuring artwork from local artists in McPherson County, Kansas. The show, which resulted from an open call issued last spring, includes a diverse range of works by 23 artists from the community. A closing reception is scheduled for Sunday, September 28, from 2 to 4 p.m., and the exhibition will also be on view during the college’s Homecoming events on September 26–27.

London urban oasis hosts artist’s multimedia investigation into plants’ resilience in the face of climate crisis

London-based artist Vivienne Schadinsky presents "Into the Seeds of Time" at the newly expanded OmVed Gardens in Highgate, a private urban garden and the UK's first centre for food, ecology and creativity. The exhibition, running until 3 August, features ink paintings, films, sculptures and prints created during Schadinsky's year-long residency, focusing on the life cycles of three bean varieties—puy lentil, Essex pea bean and gaia soybean—as a metaphor for climate resilience.

Barrie artist wins Juror’s Choice Award at Unity in Diversity exhibition

The Museum of Dufferin and the Dufferin County Multicultural Foundation unveiled the fourth annual Unity in Diversity art exhibition on June 7 at the museum's Silo Gallery. The juried multicultural show features works by 18 artists from across Ontario and presented four awards: Juror's Choice, Youth Artist, Emerging Artist, and Best in Show. Barrie-based artist Faryal Shehzad won the Juror's Choice Award for her piece "Homecoming," while Kaiya Davoodian received the Youth Artist Award for "Glory to Ukraine." Other winners include Vishwa Patel (Emerging Artist) and Melissa Boodoo (Best in Show).

For Some Immigrant Artists, This Is No Time to Retreat

The New York Times article profiles several immigrant artists in the United States who are responding to heightened anti-immigrant rhetoric and policy changes by doubling down on their creative practices and public engagement. Rather than retreating, these artists are using their work to assert their presence, explore themes of displacement and belonging, and challenge xenophobic narratives. The piece highlights specific artists and their recent projects, exhibitions, and statements that directly confront the current political climate.

An Artist Honors Extinct Plants and Animals at New York’s Swiss Institute

The New York Times reports on an exhibition at New York's Swiss Institute where an artist pays tribute to extinct plants and animals through their work. The show features installations and artworks that memorialize species lost to extinction, blending scientific documentation with artistic expression to create a poignant reflection on biodiversity loss.

This Spring, One Mega-Dealer Dominates N.Y.C. Museums

This spring, a single mega-dealer is exerting outsized influence over New York City's museum scene, with multiple exhibitions across major institutions featuring artists from their stable. The New York Times reports on how this dealer's dominance reflects the growing consolidation of power in the art world, where a handful of top galleries increasingly shape what museums show and collect.

Private Art Schools Enter a Period of Turbulence

Les écoles d’art privées traversent une zone de turbulence

A wave of bankruptcies and judicial reorganizations is hitting the private art education sector in France. Following the closure of the École d’art de Montreuil, the Académie des arts appliqués (AAA) in Dijon and the École supérieure de design in Troyes have both entered receivership. These institutions are struggling with severe financial deficits, unpaid staff, and a sharp decline in student enrollment, with some schools seeing their student bodies shrink by two-thirds in just four years.

‘MANA’ Exhibit to showcase the richness of Masungi through art - Pressenza

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) invites the public to 'MANA', a contemporary art exhibition organized by the Silaw Artist Collective at the NCCA Gallery in Manila from May 7 to 30, 2026. Curated by Eghai Roxas, the show features works by 15 artists including Melvin Culaba, Henri Cainglet, and Derick Macutay, exploring the tension between commodification and environmental conservation, with a focus on the Masungi Georeserve landscape.

NHAA's Loud & Proud Opening Reception

The New Hampshire Art Association (NHAA) presents its annual regional Pride exhibition, Loud & Proud, at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery in Portsmouth, NH, from June 3 to 28, 2026. The show features LGBTQIA+ and allied artists from across New England, exploring themes of identity, visibility, joy, and resilience. A central component is Open Book, a collaborative project with NH Outright, where queer teens created sculptural accordion books guided by teaching artist Cara Cabral, displayed alongside the main exhibition.

Tashema Davis Exhibit at Thyen-Clark Cultural Center beginning May 7

Jasper Arts presents a solo exhibition titled 'Talitha Cumi' by Marion, Indiana artist Tashema Davis at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center, running May through July 2026. The show features original oil and acrylic paintings, with an opening reception and gallery talk on May 7, followed by additional receptions on June 4 and July 2. Davis, who teaches art at Marion High School, creates vibrant portraits focused on brown faces, drawing from her childhood in Gary, Indiana, and her graduate training at Ball State University.

RISD Museum Puts Spotlight on Diversity

The RISD Museum in Providence is spotlighting diversity through a series of exhibitions and programs in spring 2026. Highlights include the third Black Biennial, titled "Please Catch Me When I Fall," organized by students Karma Johnson, Khalil McKnight, and King Meulens, featuring over 50 works by Black artists from the school and local community. Other exhibitions range from "A Shared Journey: The Barkan Contemporary Ceramic Collection" to "Natchiq | Onkeehq | Isuwiq: Indigenous Artists Honor the Seal" and "The Artistry and Reunion of Two Surimono Albums," alongside ongoing displays like "Shimmering Beauty: Kingfishers in Art and Poetry."

Winter Welcome brings creativity and community spirit to Grays

On December 18, Grays Shopping Centre hosted Winter Welcome, a community celebration produced by Thurrock-based arts organization Together Productions in collaboration with Welcome to the UK. The event featured visual arts activities, a 'Creating Home' art exhibition by the Together Create Visual Arts Collective with artists Marsha Ashley and Salina Jane, participatory singing led by Ashley Beauchamp and Thames Opera Company, and food prepared by Welcome to the UK community members. Thurrock's Deputy Mayor Cllr Steve Liddiard attended, and shoppers enjoyed a pop-up performance.

Church History Museum Showcases 13th International Art Competition

The Church History Museum of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City, Utah, is presenting an exhibition of works selected from the 13th International Art Competition, running from April 24, 2025, to January 3, 2026. The exhibition features 150 artworks chosen from hundreds of submissions by five jurors, with artists from 26 countries including Angola, Argentina, Australia, and Vietnam. The theme, “Lift Up the Hands Which Hang Down,” is drawn from Doctrine and Covenants 81:5, and the show includes a variety of media such as sculpture, ceramic, chitenge, and tapa. Purchase and merit awards were announced at an April 24 ceremony, and a virtual gallery allows public voting for a Visitors’ Choice Award through November 30, 2025.

NYA Collective: Bonnie Keren He Opens Solo Exhibition INNA BEAUTI at Flushing Town Hall Gallery

Bonnie Keren He, a 17-year-old artist born in New York and raised between Suzhou, China, and New York, opened her solo exhibition "INNA BEAUTI" at Flushing Town Hall Gallery in New York City on April 19, 2026. The exhibition, curated by Dr. Hao Qingsong, Cindy Jiang, and Grace Jiang, features works across media including colored pencil, acrylic, oil painting, embroidery, and performance art, exploring themes of cultural identity, memory, and inner reflection. Notable attendees included political figures Jimmy Meng and Ron Kim, and the opening was hosted by Ge Chen of Global Cloud Media.

OPEN CALL TEST SPACE Residency 2026

Limerick City Gallery of Art (LCGA) has announced an open call for its annual Test Space Residency programme for 2026, now in its sixth year. The residency offers two awards: one for early-career art practitioners and one for those at a more advanced stage. Selected artists will receive an 8-week studio residency with a €5,000 stipend, curatorial support, promotion, and the opportunity to engage with LCGA's audiences and community. The programme was established in 2020 in response to the Arts Council's EDI Policy and prioritizes projects involving public engagement, workshops, talks, or community inclusion events. Applications are open to writers, filmmakers, dancers, performers, academics, and visual artists across all disciplines.

42nd Illinois Watercolor Society National Exhibition

The 42nd Illinois Watercolor Society National Exhibition will take place from April 29 through May 30, 2026, at The Next Picture Show in Dixon, Illinois. This annual juried showcase features watercolor, acrylic, and gouache works by artists from across the United States, celebrating a wide range of techniques and perspectives in water-based media.

Jeannette art gallery hosts 6th annual ‘Women in Art’ exhibit

The Jeannette Art Gallery in Pennsylvania has opened its sixth annual 'Women in Art' exhibition, featuring works by female artists from the local region. The show includes a variety of mediums such as painting, sculpture, and photography, and aims to provide a dedicated platform for women artists during Women's History Month.

China Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition - La Biennale di Venezia: Dream Stream

The China Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition - La Biennale di Venezia has been announced under the title "Dream Stream." The pavilion will be part of the prestigious Venice Biennale, one of the world's most important contemporary art exhibitions, and is organized by the Chinese government or cultural authorities. The announcement was made via a press release distributed by PR Newswire, highlighting China's continued participation in this global art event.

Two new exhibits opening today at Wailoa Center

Two new exhibitions open today at Wailoa Center in Hilo, Hawaii. The first, “MidSummer Art Celebration,” is an annual multimedia juried exhibition featuring 89 works by 67 Hawaii artists, selected by Hawaii Community College professor Meidor Hu. The second, “Our Light,” is a traveling exhibit by Hawaii Island artist Adare that uses fire, soot, and paint to create ethereal portraits exploring gender diversity, indigenous multiple-gender cultures, and resilience. An opening reception runs from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with live music, and both shows continue through June 18.

Hong Kong Exhibition Opens at 61st Venice Biennale, Showcasing Local Artists' Work

Hong Kong officials, led by Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law, inaugurated the Hong Kong Exhibition at the 61st Venice Biennale on May 8, 2026. For the first time, the Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA) is collaborating with the Hong Kong Arts Development Council (HKADC) to present works by local artists Kingsley Ng and Angel Hui in a Collateral Event running through November 2026. Law also attended the Chinese Pavilion opening and met with the Italian ambassador and the rector of Ca' Foscari University.

A rare moment in Philippine art history: a meeting of two masters whose visual languages differ yet converge in their reverence for the natural world. https://tinyurl.com/y69vvyu6 | via ONE News

A rare meeting of two major Philippine artists, whose distinct visual styles both reflect a deep reverence for nature, has been documented. The encounter brings together masters with differing artistic languages, highlighting a unique convergence in Philippine art history.

SCV News | June 7: Deadline for 'Animal Kingdom' Juried Exhibition

The city of Santa Clarita is inviting artists to submit artwork for the "Animal Kingdom" juried exhibition, which will be on view at the Newhall Community Center from June 24 through August 26. The submission deadline is Sunday, June 7. The exhibition celebrates the diversity and beauty of animals, accepting all mediums including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, textiles, and mixed media. Artists must hand-deliver their properly wired artwork, with a maximum size of 40" x 50" and weight of 20 pounds. Submissions are accepted via an online form, and artists will be notified of results two to three days after the deadline.

New Austin museum exhibit tells stories of 27 festivals across Texas

The Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin has opened a new exhibition called "Texas Festivals," running through September 27. The show features artifacts from 27 festivals across the state, including a gown from Fiesta San Antonio, a sand sculpture from Sandfest in Port Aransas, an art car honoring Stevie Ray Vaughan from Houston's Art Car Parade, and mascots from the Texas Onion Fest, Hogeye Festival, and Texas State Forest Festival. The exhibition is divided into three sections exploring how festivals create community, and includes a short documentary, interactive activities, and a talk with historian Dr. Michaele Thurgood Haynes on May 3.

Red Sea Museum Hosts Contemporary Art Exhibition to Showcase Marine Biodiversity

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra), an Aramco initiative, is participating in Milan Design Week 2026 (April 20-26) by presenting the exhibition “Default is Not Universal” at the Isola Design Festival. The exhibition features works by eight designers from the Middle East and North Africa, including seven interactive stations that use artificial intelligence to collect visitor data and map cognitive patterns shaped by cultural influences. After its debut in Milan, the exhibition will travel to Saudi Arabia as the anchor international exhibition of Ithra Design Week later this year.

From Hand to Heirloom: Orillia museum unveils new exhibition

The Orillia Museum of Art & History (OMAH) has opened a new exhibition titled 'From Hand to Heirloom: The Art of Craft.' The show features historical and contemporary craft objects like quilts, embroidery, and beadwork, highlighting their personal, cultural, and intergenerational significance. It includes works by local and Indigenous makers and aims to reframe craft as a vital form of artistic expression.

Nature in Art invites visitors to 'be still, be quiet' at poignant exhibition from internationally acclaimed artist Darrell Warner

Acclaimed artist and illustrator Darrell Warner is set to debut a poignant solo exhibition titled 'Crucifixion' at the Nature in Art museum near Gloucester. Running from May 12 to June 21, 2026, the show features a series of striking watercolours depicting Britain's native birds—ranging from common blackbirds to elusive water rails—that have been killed by human interventions such as vehicle strikes and window collisions.

A Full Season of Art to See at Museums and Galleries Across the U.S.

The New York Times has published a comprehensive guide to art exhibitions across the United States for the upcoming season, highlighting major museum shows and gallery presentations from coast to coast. The article curates a selection of must-see exhibitions, covering a range of contemporary and historical artists, and provides practical information for art-goers planning their cultural calendar.

First major exhibition of Latinx art comes to Ringling Museum in Sarasota

The Ringling Museum in Sarasota, Florida, is hosting its first major exhibition dedicated to Latinx art, marking a significant milestone for the institution. The show brings together works by contemporary Latinx artists, exploring themes of identity, migration, and cultural hybridity through a range of media including painting, sculpture, and installation.